Overview
Kennel Attendant Jobs in Loves Park, IL at CareVet
Title: Kennel Attendant
Company: CareVet
Location: Loves Park, IL
Part-Time Kennel Attendant
Willow Ridge Animal Hospital (Loves Park, Illinois)
Position Overview
We are seeking a dependable, detail-oriented Kennel Attendant with a strong interest in feline care to support our veterinary team. This role is critical in maintaining a clean, low-stress, and medically appropriate environment for our boarding cats. Veterinary experience is not required. The ideal candidate demonstrates cleanliness, observational awareness, a willingness to learn, and a commitment to animal welfare, particularly for feline patients who may be stressed or require administration of medication.
Key Responsibilities
Feline Patient Care
- Provide daily care for boarding cats, including feeding, watering, litter box maintenance, and cage cleaning
- Monitor feline behavior, appetite, elimination, and overall demeanor; promptly report abnormalities to medical team
- Administer medication as directed
- Utilize low-stress handling techniques appropriate for cats, adjusting approach based on temperament and medical condition
Facility Maintenance
- Clean and disinfect cages, litter boxes, and treatment areas according to hospital protocols
- Prepare cages and supplies for incoming pets
- Stock and organize supplies related to feline care and kennel operations
- Maintain laundry, waste disposal, and general facility cleanliness standards
- Assist with maintaining general cleanliness of hospital (vacuuming, mopping, etc.)
- Must be able to lift 50lbs or more, stoop, bend and stand on feet for long periods.
Client Care & Boarding Coordination
- Greet clients in a professional and courteous manner during boarding drop-off and pick-up
- Prepare pets for checking in and out of boarding, ensuring all required documentation, feeding instructions, medications, and personal items are accurately recorded and communicated
- Provide basic updates to clients regarding their pet’s comfort and well-being
- Maintain organized and accurate boarding records to support continuity of care
Patient Experience
- Maintain a welcoming, clean, and organized environment at all times
- Take high-quality photos of boarding pets (as appropriate and with client consent) to share updates with owners
- Collaborate with team members to identify opportunities to enhance the feline boarding experience, including enrichment, comfort, and stress reduction strategies
- Participate in continuous improvement efforts related to patient care standards, client communication, and overall boarding experience
Work Schedule
- This is a part-time position for approximately 20 hours per week
- There is potential to grow to a full-time position if candidate is excelling
- Times can be semi-flexible, but the cats need care first thing in the morning and again at the end of the business day
- An example schedule would be: 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM (2 hours) and return 4:30 PM – 5:30 PM (1 hour)
- Saturday shifts are a requirement of this role
- Shifts may vary based on patient care needs and boarding volume
Skills / Qualifications:
- High School Diploma or relevant education and work experience
- Previous experience with animals preferred
- Customer service attitude
- Organizational skills
- Team oriented, enjoys working as part of team
- Solid communication skills
All Team Members are eligible for benefits, including:
- 401k with match
- Free continuing education
- Free mental health support
- Pet care discount
- And more!
